Exeter at a glance
- Exeter has a population of about 130,000.
- It lies in England.
- It's about 157 miles to London, the country's largest city.
- Close by: Exmouth (9 miles), Newton Abbot (14 miles) and Torquay (18 miles).
Dating by city / United Kingdom / England / Exeter
Singles in Exeter
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Exeter? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
First-date ideas for Exeter
A weekday evening works well in Exeter: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Exeter
Who can I meet near Exeter?
Within 30 miles of Exeter there are 26 towns and cities — Paignton, Torquay and Taunton among them — with more than 610,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 5 miles up to 300 miles — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Exeter?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Exeter and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Exeter real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Exeter?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
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First messages
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First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.